LC42-550FG

The LC42-550FG is the model designation for the Columbia 350, a pressurized, fixed-gear aircraft. Certified in March 2003, this model was an upgrade of the Columbia 300, incorporating a glass cockpit and other enhancements initially developed for the Columbia 400. The designation LC42-550FG stands for Lancair Certified, Model 42, Continental 550 engine, and Fixed Gear.

Lancair, the manufacturer, originated in 1981, founded by Lance Neibauer as a producer of composite kit airplanes. The company, initially named Neico Aviation, focused on high-performance homebuilt designs. The company later moved to Redmond, Oregon, and was renamed Lancair International. While it faced financial challenges that halted certified-aircraft production after 2001, the company’s legacy is foundational in the light aircraft segment.

Maintenance platforms, including Reach Deck Platforms, Modular Stepover Platforms, Super Trestle Scaffold, and Ultraraise, provide essential access for detailed inspections across the LC42-550FG. These solutions support work on critical areas such as the Nose Section (radome, antenna, avionics, cockpit), the Forward Fuselage (main entry door, cargo access, environmental control system), and the Landing Gear (NLG and MLG). Further access is provided for the Middle Fuselage/Wing Box Area for fuel system checks and oil maintenance, as well as the Tail Section for stabilizer and rudder servicing.